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<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. Our primary responsibility is to protect energy consumers, especially the most vulnerable, while at the same time working with government, industry and consumer groups to deliver a clean, more affordable and secure net-zero energy system at the lowest cost to consumers, and drive economic growth.</p><p>We are seeking a confident and experienced Customer Service Team Manager to join our dynamic team. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record of managing customer service teams with energy and empathy. You’ll bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and support your team to consistently deliver outstanding service. You’ll be adept at monitoring performance, providing constructive feedback, and managing underperformance with clarity and fairness.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>Resilience and composure under pressure are essential, along with a positive attitude toward change and a commitment to continuous improvement. You’ll be proactive in identifying training needs and supporting team development through coaching and cross-skilling, helping individuals grow and succeed. Confidence in raising operational issues and contributing to workforce planning discussions is key, as is a highly organised approach and strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail.</p><p>Above all, we’re looking for someone who is passionate about delivering excellent customer service and fostering a culture of inclusion and wellbeing. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p>Please note this role is known internally as Engagement Team Manager.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Proven experience in managing a high performing customer service team in a call centre, with a focus on delivering a high-quality service (lead criteria) </strong></li><li> Demonstrated ability to monitor individual and team performance, provide constructive feedback, and address underperformance or behavioural issues</li><li> Confidence in using and embedding digital tools with a proactive attitude towards AI and automation to improve internal processes and service delivery</li><li> Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, embrace change, and contribute to continuous improvement while promoting a culture of inclusion and wellbeing</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,123, OFGEM contributes £9,885 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; Hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Ability and Experience.<p>When you press the ‘Apply now’ button, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the sift panel), your career history and qualifications. </p><p>As part of the application process, you will need to complete and pass the online Civil Service Tests – <strong>Civil Service Verbal Reasoning &amp; Management Judgement Test . </strong>More information on preparing for this test can be found <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/civil-service-online-tests" target="_blank">here.</a></p><p>You will also be asked to provide a 1250 word ‘supporting statement’ evidencing how your experience meets the essential criteria on the attached role profile. </p><p>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview where they will be assessed using behaviours-based questions and a selection of experience-based questions specific to the role. </p><p>The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. You must ensure that any evidence submitted as part of your application or used during interview, including your CV and any statements or examples, are truthful and factually accurate. Ofgem takes any incidences of cheating very seriously. Please ensure all examples provided are of your own experience. Any instances of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will be investigated and, if proven, the relevant applications will be withdrawn from the process. Please note that plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.</p><p>Please refer to Civil Service candidate advice on the acceptable use of artificial intelligence within the recruitment and selection process - <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">Artificial intelligence and recruitment , Civil Service Careers</a></p><p><em>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by [</em><a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank"><em>https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</em></a><em>].</em></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Lynn Robertson</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Online test instructions</h4>The tests are not timed but please ensure that you allow sufficient time to complete the Civil Service Tests and your application before the deadline as late applications will not be accepted<h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of these Recruitment Principles.<br><br>In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission, please visit their website.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzUzMTkmdmVyaWZ5PTJmZjk5NjcyNzUzNDY0ZDE1Yzc5ZjdiOTFkNjVmYjJhJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY1NjE3NzAzLTVmMzZjOTE0NTdhNjUxMjA3NWUwYjNjNDMzZjE0Mzg4MzQxOTM0MWY=" target="_blank">Customer Service Team Manager 441547 candidate pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 664kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzUzMjAmdmVyaWZ5PWM5MjVjMWU2ZGZlYTE4Y2ViYjJjZjZiMGZjYWIzNzAwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY1NjE3NzAzLTVmMzZjOTE0NTdhNjUxMjA3NWUwYjNjNDMzZjE0Mzg4MzQxOTM0MWY=" target="_blank">Role Profile_Customer Service Team Manager Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 146kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzUzMjEmdmVyaWZ5PTlmZWM5N2E5MzM4M2FkNjFlNjViNzIxMGU4ZWEzMjUxJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY1NjE3NzAzLTVmMzZjOTE0NTdhNjUxMjA3NWUwYjNjNDMzZjE0Mzg4MzQxOTM0MWY=" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions April 2025 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 372kB)

OFGEM

Customer Service Team Manager

Department for Education

Commercial Practitioner (Procurement and Contract management) – Multiple vacancies available.

Skills England – Skills Needs Assessments Analyst

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Proud to serve. Proud to keep justice going.</strong></p><p>Our Legal Officers play a critical role in helping deliver justice. If you’re intent on serving the public by delivering excellent service, and are enthusiastic about working with the judiciary, then this role gives you the opportunity to play a pivotal role within HM Courts &amp; Tribunals Service (HMCTS).</p><p><strong>About us</strong></p><p>Part of HMCTS, the Tribunals Directorate is responsible for the effective administration of Tribunals in England and Wales and non-devolved Tribunals in Scotland and Northern Ireland. We work with an independent judiciary across a wide range of jurisdictions to provide a fair, efficient and effective justice system.</p><p>We would like to highlight that this is an office-based position, and the successful candidate will be expected to attend the below office in person:</p><p>Sovereign House</p><p>Leicester</p><p>LE1 6TR</p><p><strong>Your role</strong></p><p>Working within a Regional Hearing Centre (RHC), you will support the effective administration of Tribunals business on a national scale by undertaking a range of complex case work and assessment activity in order to determine how best to advance caseloads and remove any barriers to effective and timely case progression.</p><p>Working independently with the support of a wider team, you will make informed decisions on how best to process appeals allowing all better access to justice. Under the supervision of a Senior Legal Officer and leadership judiciary, the Legal Officer will make case management decisions as part of their delegated judicial powers. A Legal Officer will liaise with key stakeholders and HMCTS colleagues to ensure the effective administration of justice.</p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Are you able to reflect on an issue and take an informed and impartial approach to your work, making evidence-based decisions? If you do, this varied and challenging role is for you.</p><p>A confident communicator and decision maker, you will use your skills and abilities to effectively work and engage with all court users. You’ll understand the importance of impartial decision making, and the need to understand a wide range of information at pace. You’ll have the ability to communicate with multiple levels of stakeholders internal and external to the Tribunal, with varying communication methods and the ability to adapt your communication to your audience. </p><p><strong>For a full job description, please read supporting document and candidate pack included below before applying.</strong></p><p><strong>Experience </strong></p><p> A law degree or equivalent technical experience is desirable.</p><p>The equivalent technical experience has been defined as:</p><p>“The demonstration of a transferable decision-making aptitude, working within a set framework or guidance and previous precedents, under a form of supervision”</p><p><strong>Further details</strong></p><p>New recruits to the Civil Service joining <a href></a>MoJ are expected to join at the band minimum.</p><p>These operational roles are customer facing, requiring successful applicants to be office based to provide HMCTS services to the public. Non-contractual hybrid working may be available, but we cannot facilitate requests for a particular work from home/working in the office schedule.</p><p>Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week (Monday - Friday). HMCTS welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs and are agreed prior to appointment. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered <a href></a>in accordance with the MoJ’s Flexible Working policy.</p><p><strong>Occasional travel to other courts </strong></p><p>For this post, occasional travel to other sites may be <a href></a>required </p><p><strong>Skilled Worker Visa </strong></p><p>From 22 July 2025, the Government increased the salary threshold and skills level for Skilled Worker visas. This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship in accordance with the current immigration rules if you looking to apply for a Skilled Worker Visa for the first time.</p><p>The Department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously since before 22 July 2025. If you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously, please raise this during your vetting checks and eligibility will be assessed in accordance with the immigration rules and transitional provisions in place.</p><p>If you are applying for this role and you do not meet the new eligibility criteria for sponsorship (or the transitional provisions), you will need to consider your options for obtaining and/or maintaining your right to work in the UK in light of these changes. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the Civil Service and in the United Kingdom.</p><p>The Department will continue to comply with UK Immigration Rules applied in the UK and Civil Service. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank"><strong>You can read more about Skilled Worker visas and the eligibility criteria here.</strong></a></p><p>Technical 1</p><p>Legal scenario will be given at interview as part of the assessment</p><p>A law degree or equivalent technical experience is desirable. </p><p>The equivalent technical experience has been defined as: </p><p>“The demonstration of a transferable decision-making aptitude, working within a set framework or guidance and previous precedents, under a form of supervision”</p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Please refer to Job Description</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £35,335, HM Courts and Tribunals Service contributes £10,236 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Technical skills.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13187?entityId=13187" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13187?entityId=13187</a>

HM Courts and Tribunals Service

Legal Officer First-tier Tribunal (Residential Property) Leicester (Ref: 13187)

Clerk to HM Judges (Ref: 13229)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Proud to serve. Proud to keep justice going.</strong></p><p>Our Team Leaders play a critical role in helping deliver justice, this role will enable you to <a href></a>demonstrate and develop your leadership skills. You <a href></a>are responsible for making sure your team deliver excellent administrative support and customer service to service users, judiciary and management. </p><p><strong>About us</strong></p><p><a href></a>HM Courts &amp; Tribunals Service (HMCTS) <a href></a>is responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family Courts and Tribunals in England and Wales. Our roles support our service users and colleagues within HMCTS, where people and businesses access potentially life-changing justice. We’re looking for individuals who are committed to public service and making a difference in people’s lives to deliver justice. If you are interested in developing a career with a real purpose, please apply. <br><strong>Your role</strong></p><p>Leading your team, you’ll focus on the team’s area of work, making sure that work is prioritised and organised and your team fully skilled to meet <a href></a>objectives<a href></a></p><p>You will contribute to the delivery of operational, performance and service standard targets and <a href></a>provide statistical data for the management team and judiciary. Your keen eye for detail and desire for continuous improvement is key to your success. Monitoring and analysing performance areas and trends, conducting ongoing reviews of procedures and work practices is essential, as is your ability to successfully recommend improvements, navigate change and manage the implementation of new initiatives and legislation. </p><p>This is a challenging and rewarding role, key to the smooth running of operational functions throughout HMCTS. We’re committed to helping you develop your leadership skills, through our HMCTS leadership offer. This <a href></a>provides a wide range of activities from development programmes to accessible bite-size guides to help build your ability and confidence to lead, guide and inspire others. </p><p><strong>Your skills and experience</strong></p><ul><li><a href></a>IT proficient with the ability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages. </li><li>Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills</li></ul><p>Please refer to the job descriptionattachment for more information.</p><p><strong>Further details:</strong></p><p>New recruits to the Civil Service joining MoJ are expected to join at the band minimum.</p><p>These operational roles are customer facing, requiring successful applicants to be office based to provide HMCTS services to the public. </p><p>Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. HMCTS welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs and are agreed prior to appointment. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered <a href></a>in accordance with the MoJ’s Flexible Working policy. </p><p>Applications for part-time working would be considered however due to the nature of the role the minimum hours would be 30 hours per week over 4 days. </p><p><strong>Fixed Term Appointments (MoJ Staff) – Detached Duty<br>Before applying, employees must seek approval from their line managers to ensure they can be released for the duration of the FTA and can return to their substantive role at the end. If there is no role available at the end of the FTA, the employee will be subject to redeployment and potentially redundancy procedures.</strong></p><p><strong>Loans</strong></p><p><strong>The terms of the loan will be agreed between the home and host department and the Civil Servant. This includes grade on return. Prior agreement to be released on a loan basis should be obtained before commencing the application process.</strong></p><p><strong>Skilled Worker Visa </strong></p><p><strong>This role is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visas in accordance with the current immigration rules.</strong></p><p><strong>From 22 July 2025, the Government introduced changes to the Skilled Worker visa route. The department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes. If you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously, please raise this during your vetting checks and eligibility will be assessed in accordance with the immigration rules and transitional provisions in place.</strong></p><p><strong>If you are applying for this role and you have not held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes, you will need to consider your options for obtaining and/or maintaining your right to work in the UK in light of these changes. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the Civil Service and in the United Kingdom.</strong></p><p><strong>The Department will continue to comply with UK Immigration Rules applied in the UK and Civil Service. </strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank"><strong>You can read more about Skilled Worker visas and the eligibility criteria here.</strong></a></p><p><strong>Posts Available / Location</strong></p><p><strong>1 x Permanent post</strong> - Based at one of the following sites – Northampton Magistrates’ Court, Campbell Square, Northampton, NN1 3EB, Northampton Combined Court, Lady’s Lane, Northampton, NN1 3HQ or Wellingborough Magistrates’ Court, Midland Road, Wellingborough, NN8 1HF.</p><p><strong>1 x Fixed Term Contract 12 months</strong> – Based at Northampton Combined Court, Lady’s Lane, Northampton, NN1 3HQ.</p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £29,303, HM Courts and Tribunals Service contributes £8,489 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13186?entityId=13186" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13186?entityId=13186</a>

Team Leader - Northampton (Ref: 13186)

Procurement Support Officer EO (Apprenticeship)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. Our primary responsibility is to protect energy consumers, especially the most vulnerable, while at the same time working with government, industry and consumer groups to deliver a clean, more affordable and secure net-zero energy system at the lowest cost to consumers, and drive economic growth.</p><p>We have opportunities to join our Operational Delivery Profession where you will be responsible for a wide range of duties. The opportunities available are a great starting point for those who are looking for their first step into a career within the Energy sector, Ofgem and of course other areas within the Civil Service. You’ll be working alongside an experienced and supportive line manager and full training will be provided. The Operations Delivery profession pride themselves on being a friendly and collaborative profession who will be there to help and support you through your Ofgem journey.</p><p>To be successful in this role you will be a detail-oriented individual who excels in making well-supported decisions. Having good organisational skills will enable you to prioritise your workload effectively. You’ll also need to show that you can successfully establish positive working relationships with different colleagues across Ofgem and our external partners.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The Operational Delivery Team, (who are members of the cross government Profession) deliver operational excellence across all aspects of service delivery and business support, helping Ofgem to deliver its priorities by administering efficient and trusted services. The post holder will be part of the Operations Team, within Ofgem’s Delivery and Schemes directorate, the part of Ofgem that focusses on the delivery and administration of Environmental and Social schemes. There may also be opportunities for deployment toother areas in the future.</p><p>This role provides an exciting opportunity to support Ofgem, as we work to protect energy consumers, especially vulnerable people, by ensuring they are treated fairly and benefit from a cleaner, greener environment. Ofgem is a supportive and inclusive organisation, where we understand we are better and stronger, the more diverse we are. This role will work to help deliver the team and portfolio objectives and they will work in one of the above areas or a combination of them.</p><p><strong>Please note this role has been advertised as Case Reviewer but is known internally as Operations Analyst.</strong></p><p><strong>Interviews for this campaign will be held in person in our Cardiff office.</strong></p><p>We will be holding an online recruitment open event on <strong>07/01/2026</strong> where you can find out more about this role and put your questions to our panel. Book your ticket at the following link: <a href="https://buytickets.at/ofgem/1994593" target="_blank">https://buytickets.at/ofgem/1994593</a></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to work independently, applying attention to detail when reviewing data and documentation, and drawing on information from multiple sources to support well-informed, evidence-based decisions.<strong> (LEAD CRITERIA)</strong></li><li>Ability to follow processes accurately and efficiently, demonstrating strong organisational and time management skills to ensure responsibilities are delivered in line with agreed KPIs.</li><li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to handle enquiries professionally via phone and email.</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £25,854, OFGEM contributes £7,489 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a>Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.<h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p>When you press the ‘Apply now’ button, you will be directed to a Civil Service test – guidance for this can be found here <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/civil-service-online-tests" target="_blank">Civil Service online tests - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).</a> Upon passing the test, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the sift panel), your career history and qualifications.</p><p>You will then be asked to provide answer 3 application questions evidencing how you meet the essential criteria listed in the role profile. Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your answers, how you meet each of the criteria listed in the role profile.</p><p>The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. You must ensure that any evidence submitted as part of your application or used during interview, including your CV and any statements or examples, are truthful and factually accurate. Ofgem takes any incidences of cheating very seriously. Please ensure all examples provided are of your own experience. Any instances of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will be investigated and, if proven, the relevant applications will be withdrawn from the process. Please note that plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.</p><p>Please refer to Civil Service candidate advice on the acceptable use of artificial intelligence within the recruitment and selection process - <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">Artificial intelligence and recruitment , Civil Service Careers</a></p><p>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by [ <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>].</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Lucy Dowding</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of these Recruitment Principles.<br><br>In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission, please visit their website.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU5NjImdmVyaWZ5PWEyZmNiZjliZGUzYzMzMTI5NDhjZmQ5MjRiYjc3MDQ0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3MTU0OTQ4LWIxNDcyODM2YmU1YTlhZDdkZjg5MzZkMjVlY2MzNDIyMDk3OTlkNjU=" target="_blank">442479 Operations Analyst Role Profile Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 140kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU5NjMmdmVyaWZ5PTIzMmY4YjFiMDdjZGVmMmMxNzk0ZmYxZjQzYjg5YTc2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3MTU0OTQ4LWIxNDcyODM2YmU1YTlhZDdkZjg5MzZkMjVlY2MzNDIyMDk3OTlkNjU=" target="_blank">442479 Operations Analyst - Candidate Pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 663kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU5NjQmdmVyaWZ5PTM4Nzg1NDU3MTg3YzExZGNiZjgzZmE5ZjBkNzNhMTRmJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3MTU0OTQ4LWIxNDcyODM2YmU1YTlhZDdkZjg5MzZkMjVlY2MzNDIyMDk3OTlkNjU=" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions Apr25 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 335kB)

Case Reviewer (Cardiff)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Ofgem is at the forefront of the fight to reform how Britain’s electricity market works, reshaping pricing to strengthen energy security and cut long‑term costs for consumers. We’re looking for a Principal Expert to join us and play a leading role in shaping one of the most significant market reforms underway, influencing how investment decisions are made across the energy system.<br><br>Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers, especially vulnerable people.<br><br>We’re offering a permanent opportunity to work on one of the highest‑profile programmes in the UK energy landscape. This role sits at the heart of Reformed National Pricing, a major DESNZ‑led programme where Ofgem has a central influence on policy design and regulatory direction. You’ll operate in a complex, fast‑moving environment, applying deep expertise to shape outcomes that will have long‑term impact on consumers and the energy system.<br><br>You’ll join a high-performing and diverse team working on strategic investment that underpins a low‑carbon, flexible and cost‑effective electricity system. This is a role with real agency and visibility, offering the chance to lead thinking, influence senior decision‑makers and contribute to reforms that will define how the system evolves for decades to come.<h4>Job description</h4>We’re looking for someone with authoritative knowledge of the GB energy landscape, strong policy judgement and the confidence to operate as a recognised expert in a complex environment. You’ll bring credibility, analytical strength and the ability to influence across organisational and professional boundaries, translating complexity into clear, well‑balanced strategic insight.<br><br>In return, you’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive organisation that values intellectual rigour and thoughtful challenge. We offer working that best suits your professional style, a supportive expert community, a generous civil service pension and a benefits package that reflects the seniority and importance of this role.<br><br>We have a critical purpose to shape Reformed National Pricing and ensure regulatory frameworks send the right signals for investment, innovation and system resilience, delivering a low‑carbon electricity system that works better for consumers.<br><br>If you want to work at the forefront of market reform and apply your expertise where it truly matters, read on and find out more.<h4>Person specification</h4><p>Essential: </p><ul><li>Comprehensive and proven knowledge of energy markets and the influence of key regulatory measures, including transmission access rights, network charging frameworks, and the connection regimes <strong>(LEAD)</strong></li><li>Experience of leading in a complex environment, acting as an internal expert – advising and challenging senior leaders on strategic and operational performance related matters: effectively presenting the risks, trade-offs, and wider commercial and economic considerations to decision makers <strong>(LEAD)</strong></li><li>Proven experience of managing people, directly or as part of virtual teams, and delivering projects against challenging deadlines with minimal supervision, and the ability to react appropriately to fast changing circumstances and unforeseen challenges </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex issues to non-expert audiences </li></ul><p>Desirable:</p><ul><li>Demonstrated understanding and experience of analysing market behaviour of storage and demand side resources </li><li>Familiarity with licensing and industry codes frameworks and change process </li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £61,446, OFGEM contributes £17,800 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a>Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.<h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<br><p>When you press the ‘Apply now’ button, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the sift panel), your career history and qualifications. </p><p>You will then be asked to provide a 1250 word ‘personal statement’ evidencing how you meet the essential and desirable skills and capabilities listed in the role profile. Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your supporting statement, how you meet each of the criteria listed in the role profile. </p><p><em>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by</em><em> [</em><a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank"><em>https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</em></a><em>].</em></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Chloe Baily</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of these Recruitment Principles. <br><br>In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission, please visit their website.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU5NDAmdmVyaWZ5PTQ0ZjBkNmM1ZmZjNzY0ZDVlNWUwYjc2MGJiZGFkZmZiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY2MjA0NTg0LWM3ZjI4NTE1YjIwZDM1OGY2ODE2MWNkODZkYTkxNmQ4NTE0ZDc2NWY=" target="_blank">442980 Role Profile Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 99kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU5NDEmdmVyaWZ5PWQ3NzJkMTliNjdlMDEwZmNkZmNmOTU5ZWM1ZTViMzE0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY2MjA0NTg0LWM3ZjI4NTE1YjIwZDM1OGY2ODE2MWNkODZkYTkxNmQ4NTE0ZDc2NWY=" target="_blank">442980 Candidate Pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 669kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU5NDImdmVyaWZ5PTU0NGViMjRmYTk5NmM2MzM3ZTZjNGE5ODlmZjBkNGVjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY2MjA0NTg0LWM3ZjI4NTE1YjIwZDM1OGY2ODE2MWNkODZkYTkxNmQ4NTE0ZDc2NWY=" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions April 2025 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 335kB)

Principal Policy Expert

<h4>Job summary</h4><br><p>The Partnerships Strategy and Impact Directorate incorporates core functions that are critical to achievement of the outcomes in the DBS Strategy 2025-28. The Partnerships Team sits within the Strategy and Impact Directorate. </p><p>The Partnerships Team serves four primary purposes: Regional Outreach &amp; National Stakeholder Engagement, Senior Stakeholder Engagement, Partnership Development and External Events.</p><p>Regional Outreach Advisers play an active part in delivering the Regional Outreach programme of work, including engaging with under-represented groups, sectors and communities to raise the profile of DBS. You will be responsible for proactively developing and maintaining effective and purposeful relationships with a broad range of regionally focused stakeholders from grass roots through to regional organisations. </p><p>Ideally you will live in or around your region and have a good understanding of the communities within your region. You will have the ability to identify and overcome barriers, to build trust and develop DBS influence across the safeguarding and employment landscape working collaboratively with others to enable DBS to achieve its strategic aims and objectives.</p><p>You will actively listen to what our stakeholders, partners and customers are saying to ensure DBS takes their needs into consideration when developing products and services.</p><p>As a confident communicator, you will provide information to external stakeholders, in a way that suits their needs to improve their understanding of DBS products and processes.</p><p>As a Regional Outreach Adviser, you will work closely with your fellow Regional Outreach Advisers and the Regional Outreach Manager to ensure engagement activity is consistent, focused, and best practice is shared. You will support DBS colleagues to deliver their services effectively, removing barriers, delivering key messages, and facilitating collaboration and co-operation where needed.</p><p>As part of the wider Partnerships Team, you will provide support across the wider Partnerships portfolio, identifying regional and sector-based opportunities through your work and sharing them with Partnership colleagues.</p><p>You will provide relevant, concise, accurate reports on your activities to support individual and team contribution to the achievement of one or more strategic, business and team objectives.</p><p><strong>Read More</strong></p><p>For further information, please see below for a collection of DBS strategies and business plans:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-strategies?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&amp;utm_source=19e5fcdb-0281-4641-ad00-06ab0c1ca92c&amp;utm_content=immediately" target="_blank">DBS strategies - GOV.UK</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-business-plans?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&amp;utm_source=f96f18a1-333e-41b5-9c1f-6d9c4161b024&amp;utm_content=immediately" target="_blank">DBS business plans - GOV.UK</a></li></ul><br><h4>Job description</h4><ul><li>Do you want to be a part of a high performing dynamic team of engagement and outreach advisers?</li><li>Do you believe that safeguarding is important?</li><li>Do you want to help organisations make employment and recruitment safer for children and vulnerable people?</li><li>Would you enjoy the opportunity to develop professional relationships, share knowledge and improve understanding of DBS across different sectors and communities? </li></ul><p>If you answer yes to these questions then this could be the role for you!</p><ul><li>The DBS Regional Outreach Service are based across England, Wales and Northern Ireland and act as the single point of contact for organisations big and small.</li><li>We are passionate about improving safeguarding practices and promoting safe and fair recruitment by increasing awareness and understanding of DBS, what we do and how we can help make employment and recruitment safer.</li><li>We are the friendly face of DBS, supporting organisations from grass roots to the larger regional bodies to understand how to access DBS checks and when they should tell DBS about someone who may have harmed a child or vulnerable person.</li><li>We work closely with our colleagues in the wider Partnerships Team, get the opportunity to support national campaigns, develop resources such as videos and podcasts, and deliver at large events including the DBS Annual National Conference. </li></ul><p>As a Regional Outreach Adviser you will work closely with your fellow Regional Outreach Advisers and the Regional Outreach Manager to ensure engagement activity is consistent, focused, and best practice is shared. You will support DBS colleagues to deliver their services effectively, removing barriers, delivering key messages and facilitating collaboration and co-operation where needed.</p><p> As part of the wider Partnerships Team you will provide support across the wider Partnerships portfolio, identifying national and sector-based opportunities through your work and sharing them with Partnership colleagues.You will provide relevant, concise, accurate reports on your activities to support individual and team contribution to the achievement of one or more strategic, business and team objectives</p><p>The post holder will:</p><p>· Promote DBS as a Safeguarding Organisation</p><p>· Be responsible for the implementation, development, and delivery the DBS Outreach nationally.</p><p>· Act as a single point of contact for all DBS related enquiries for organisations within your region, respond effectively to enquiries about DBS products and services</p><p>· Support DBS colleagues to deliver their services effectively by removing barriers to sharing information, delivering key DBS messages, and facilitating collaboration and co-operation with stakeholders</p><p>· Proactively identify opportunities for Regional stakeholder engagement and outreach, develop and deliver them in collaboration with stakeholders and colleagues</p><p>· Develop, deliver, and own stakeholder and partner engagement opportunities in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders at a regional or sector-based level</p><p>· Support regional advisors by covering regional activity when required.</p><p>· Contribute to the evaluation of the Outreach Programme</p><p>· Produce relevant, concise, accurate monthly and ad hoc activity reports</p><p>· Maintain a high- level understanding of the safeguarding landscape locally and nationally, considering its relevance to DBS products and services.</p><p>· Present information to internal and external audiences, explaining complex processes</p><p>· Contribute to the development and maintenance of corporate engagement materials in collaboration with the Communications Team, colleagues and stakeholders.</p><p>· Support and contribute to the delivery of an external events programme to raise the profile and awareness of DBS and its products and services, build trust in DBS and increase its influence on the environment in which it operates.</p><p>· Be prepared to attend training and development courses on an ongoing basis to develop additional skills</p><p>· Supporting the delivery of the wider team goals by being an active member of the team.</p><p>Corporate Duties:</p><p> Supporting the Head of Partnerships in their role as a member of the Directorate Leadership Team (DLT).</p><p>Some travel (including overnight) will be required as part of this role.</p><p>To view the DBS Recruitment and On-boarding Privacy Notice, please click the link below<br> <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-recruitment-and-on-boarding-privacy-notice" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-recruitment-and-on-board…</a> </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to work under pressure in a changing environment, coping well with ambiguity and conflicting priorities, and managing multiple tasks/projects competently and efficiently, while maintaining high standards</li><li>Ability to share complex information in an accessible way</li><li>Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team</li><li>Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders</li><li>Persuasive, strong, and skilled communicator verbally and in writing.</li><li>Experience of working with and engaging diverse groups</li><li>Experience of developing and delivering events for a large organisation through multiple formats, eg online and in person.</li><li>Experience of problem solving and troubleshooting</li><li>Experience of working or volunteering in a safeguarding role or in an environment where safeguarding was a key consideration</li><li>Demonstrable ability to develop and deliver presentations to raise awareness and promote the role of an organisation or service.</li><li>Proficient and a good understanding of MS Teams and it’s functionality.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of using stakeholder management tools or systems</li><li>An understanding of the legislation relevant to DBS.</li><li>Knowledge of the safeguarding and/or employment sector</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,791, Disclosure &amp; Barring Service contributes £10,078 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>The DBS offers a number of excellent benefits for its employees. These can include:</p><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Excellent maternity, paternity and adoption schemes (after a qualifying period)</li><li>Commitment to the health and wellbeing of our employees</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Flexible working opportunities</li><li>Eyecare voucher scheme</li><li>Occupational Health Service including referrals for counselling and physiotherapy</li><li>24/7 Counselling and Wellbeing Service</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service Pension</a> with an average employer contribution of 27%</li></ul><br><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<p>To apply for this post, please provide a CV together with a suitability statement of no more than 750 words, outlining how your skills, experience and qualifications meet the requirements of the role, including all essential and desirable criteria, and the key responsibilities.</p><p>As part of the recruitment process the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service will conduct a sift exercise and interview process.</p><p>For all candidates who are successful at the initial sifting stage, you will be invited to a panel based interview that will assess 2 strengths and the following behaviours :</p><p><strong>Communicating and Influencing</strong><br><strong>Working Together</strong><br><strong>Managing a Quality Service</strong><br><strong>Delivering at Pace</strong></p><p>Candidates will also expected to deliver a 10 minute presentation which will assess the behaviour ‘<strong>Communicating and influencing</strong>’, the topic will be provided with your invitation to interview.</p><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Jo Wheatley</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU4NDgmdmVyaWZ5PTUxZjhiZTJkYmEzMzA2NmFkMTVmOTg0NGUyNTBhOWJkJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY2NDY1MzU0LTY4ZjYzMTQ3ZjI1ZWZjZmNiZDMwMWU5OTNjYTAwNDAyMjQ2MjdmODI=" target="_blank">Job Description East Midlands Oct 2025 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 447kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU4NDkmdmVyaWZ5PTVhNzViNjNlZTJlYzViM2MzOGE2ODU3NWRmYmIwOTc5JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY2NDY1MzU0LTY4ZjYzMTQ3ZjI1ZWZjZmNiZDMwMWU5OTNjYTAwNDAyMjQ2MjdmODI=" target="_blank">Success profiles - Candidate overview Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 635kB)

25.125 Outreach Advisor - East Midlands

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<h2>Job introduction</h2><p>Brighton &amp; Hove City Council Estates Team are looking for a talented individual to join and strengthen our collaborative and focused team.&nbsp;</p><p>At Brighton &amp; Hove City Council, we pride ourselves on being a forward thinking, values driven organisation. Our structure is aligned to our vision against five pillars, being: connected, confident, innovative &amp; creative, diverse &amp; inclusive, healthy and psychologically safe. &nbsp;</p><p>Do you have experience of managing a varied commercial property portfolio?&nbsp;</p><p>Do you have talent for&nbsp;identifying&nbsp;opportunities to manage assets strategically?&nbsp;</p><p>Are you keen to lead on the management of Brighton &amp; Hove City Council’s extensive commercial, agricultural and seafront portfolios?&nbsp;</p><p>Are you interested in delivering a property service that directly supports delivery of the Council Plan for the benefit of our diverse residents,&nbsp;visitors&nbsp;and the local economy?&nbsp;</p><p>If this sounds like you, join the Estates Team at Brighton &amp; Hove City Council as the next Senior Estates Surveyor.&nbsp;</p><p>We're looking for a senior surveyor who will deliver on the strategic management of an incredibly varied and extensive commercial property portfolio, working as part of a professional team to support the Council Plan and deliver objectives for the benefit of the city. &nbsp;</p><p>A key focus of your role will be leading on disposals ensuring that these result in the best outcomes for the Council and the residents we serve.&nbsp;You&nbsp;will&nbsp;have the&nbsp;opportunity of&nbsp;working&nbsp;with a wide&nbsp;range&nbsp;of&nbsp;stakeholders to&nbsp;successfully&nbsp;deliver the&nbsp;outcomes of&nbsp;our Asset&nbsp;Management&nbsp;Strategy.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Interview date:</strong> 30th January 2026</p><p>For an informal discussion, please contact Julian Salmon, Estates Manager: &nbsp;<a href="mailto:julian.salmon@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">julian.salmon@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Successful candidate(s) will be able to start on or after 1 April 2026 subject to pre-employment checks being completed</strong></p><h2>About the role</h2><p>In this role you report to the Estate Manager and will be working in a team of 14 commercial property surveyors, project and programme managers and support staff to deliver a professional commercial property service managing the council’s property portfolios and&nbsp;provide&nbsp;expert advice on all commercial property transactions.&nbsp;</p><p>You will also be involved in the management of two outsourced estate management contracts which deliver the day to day estate management of the agricultural and commercial property portfolios.&nbsp;</p><p>You will commission commercial property valuations and support the annual asset valuation process.&nbsp;</p><p>You will use your commercial property knowledge and&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide&nbsp;professional commercial property advice to all services across the council.&nbsp;</p><p>You will use your knowledge of the commercial property market and valuation to provide strategic advice and recommendations to support decision making and governance.&nbsp;</p><p>You will have experience of managing budgets to ensure the successful delivery of income and capital receipts to support the council’s financial plan.&nbsp;</p><p>You will have excellent communication and negotiation skills to allow you to build constructive and collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.&nbsp;</p><p>In return, you will receive:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>competitive pay </li><li>full induction and on-going development and training </li><li>paid annual leave </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme </li><li>family friendly policies  </li><li>staff discount scheme and staff travel benefits, cycle loan </li><li>rental deposit scheme and more</li><li>Workplace adjustments for candidates needingadditionalsupport</li><li>A wide range of welfare and wellbeing resources including staff networkssuch as:the BME Workers Forum,LGBTQWorkers’ Forum, the Women’s network and the Disabled Workers and Carers Network</li></ul><p>We value our staff and are committed to building a fair, inclusive and supportive place to work in.&nbsp;</p><p>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.</p><p>As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance</a>) and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.</p><h2>Additional information</h2><p>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.</p><p>We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.</p><p>For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a></p><h2>Company information</h2><p><strong>Encouraging a diverse workforce</strong></p><p>Our city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.</p><p>Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a></p>

Brighton & Hove City Council

Senior Estates Surveyor

<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p> <p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Senior Public Health Specialist Practitioner&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary: </strong>£63,393 – £73,167 per annum <i>(pro rata if part-time)</i>&nbsp;<br><strong>Grade: </strong>H&nbsp;<br><strong>Contract Type: </strong>Permanent&nbsp;<br><strong>Working Hours: </strong>37 hours per week&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the department</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Thurrock Council’s Public Health Team works to protect and improve residents’ health and reduce health inequalities. Guided by the Health &amp; Wellbeing Strategy, its priorities include tackling smoking, obesity, mental health, and cardiovascular risks, with a focus on vulnerable communities. The team collaborates with the Health &amp; Wellbeing Board, NHS partners, and local organisations to embed public health priorities across a range of mechanisms.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>As a Senior Public Health Specialist Practitioner, you will be responsible for:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Working closely with other teams across the council and elected Members and with partner agencies including the NHS, local authorities, education, police, fire, community and voluntary sector, private and independent sector and communities to deliver public health programmes to improve health and reduce health inequalities in the local population.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Providing specialised advice and expertise on children’s public health to the development of public health strategy, policy and practice.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>The commissioning of public health services related to children and young people, e.g. the 0-19 Healthy Child Programme, Child Weight Management etc.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Provide professional leadership and management of staff and resources&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Co-ordination of the Healthy Babies (infant feeding and perinatal mental health) elements of the Best Start Family Hubs programme&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>This role offers the chance to make a real difference to the lives of Thurrock’s children and young people&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>We’re looking for someone who has:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ability to manage delegated budgets and forecast risk&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Highly developed skills in partnership working and maintaining relationships across all sectors to improve public health outcomes, reduce health inequalities and improve services.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Proven ability to design, develop, interpret and implement policies and strategy.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ability to multi-task in a fluid and changing environment with competing priorities.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Experience of commissioning public health services and performance management of contracts.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Substantial knowledge of local and national strategies, policies and legislation relevant to children’s public health&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential qualifications:</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Masters Degree in Public Health or higher degree in a related subject plus evidence of CPD in public health and documented experience at masters level practice&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>DBS Check:</strong> Not required&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits of Working with Us</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Important Dates</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Closing Date (Redeployment Only):</strong> 15th January 2026</p> <p><strong>Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):</strong> 8th February /2026</p> <p><strong>Interview Date</strong>: Week commencing 23rd February 2026</p> <p><strong>Additional Information</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Maria Payne – Public Health Principal</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="mailto:mpayne@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank"><strong>mpayne@thurrock.gov.uk</strong></a>&nbsp;</p> <p>To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQAQYmuRMDS9R66gIEbi93cXASfkuf9J1tLEnOjSIb6hl3o?e=hXfzTE" target="_blank"><strong>Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</strong></a></p> <p><strong>About us</strong></p><p><b>Why Thurrock? </b></p><p>Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.</p><p>Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;</p><p><b>Our location</b></p><p>Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. </p><p>We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. </p><p><br></p><p>Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.</p><p><b>Staff benefits</b></p><p>We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.</p><p>Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; </p><p><b>Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion</b></p><p>Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. </p><p>We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. </p><p>For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a></p>





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Thurrock Council

Senior Public Health Specialist Practitioner

<h2>About the job</h2><p><strong>Salary:&nbsp;</strong><strong>Teachers Pay Scale M6 max or Unqualified Scale 6<br></strong><strong>Hours per week: 0.5 fte</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;</strong></p><p>We’re looking for a passionate and engaging music teacher to join our team and inspire children through high-quality, participatory music-making. This role involves delivering exciting and inclusive music lessons across a range of primary settings, with a strong focus on National Curriculum music, particularly at Key Stage 2, while also supporting learning at Key Stage 1.</p><p>You’ll be teaching whole-class instrumental and vocal lessons, helping pupils develop their musical skills, confidence, and creativity. Your work will include using effective assessment for learning strategies, keeping accurate records, and adapting your teaching to meet the needs of all learners. Alongside classroom teaching, you’ll have opportunities to perform, lead singing, run choirs, and contribute to assemblies and out-of-school activities.</p><p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p><h2>About you</h2><p>You’re an enthusiastic and skilled music educator with demonstrable experience of teaching participatory music in a range of styles. You’re confident delivering National Curriculum music, particularly at KS2, and you have experience teaching KS1 pupils as well. You understand how to use assessment for learning effectively and enjoy helping children recognise their progress and achievements.</p><p>You’re comfortable teaching a variety of instruments in a whole-class setting, including ukulele, percussion, recorder, and music technology, and you may also bring additional instrumental skills. You’re an accomplished performer, ideally at post–Grade 8 level, and you’re confident teaching singing, leading choirs, and delivering singing assemblies.</p><p>Strong communication skills are essential, as you’ll be working closely with pupils, parents, and school staff. You’re organised, able to manage your time well, and committed to meeting the individual needs of every learner. You have a good understanding of classroom instrumental techniques, repertoire, and music teaching methodologies, along with secure knowledge of statutory requirements for the National Curriculum for Music.</p><p>This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English</p><h2>About us</h2><p>Our ambitious&nbsp;<strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p><p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p><p>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough</p><h2>Application Process</h2><p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<br><br></strong>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.<strong><br></strong></p><h2>Benefits</h2><p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</p><h2>How to apply</h2><p>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a></p><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1687100&amp;ptId=12192" target="_blank">download: Peripatetic Music Teacher JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1687101&amp;ptId=12192" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Peripatetic Music Teacher

<p><strong>Assistant Residential Children’s Worker Waking Nights</strong></p><p>Welcome to Gatekeeper’s Lodge, it is a unique home for one young person aged 8–18. It’s a place where kindness, care, and curiosity make every day and night feel safe and positive. Our approach is based on learning through life, building trust, and creating calm, nurturing routines. At night, children need reassurance and safety. Your role is to make sure they feel secure, cared for, and supported, even when the world feels quiet.</p><p>Your role as an Assistant Residential childcare worker is to be a calm, caring presence during the night, offering comfort and support when needed. Respond to any worries or emergencies with confidence and compassion. Prepare for the following day helping set the child up for success in school or community activities.</p><p>Get school bags ready, prepare lunches, and ensure the home feels organised and welcoming for the morning, supporting the day shift by resetting the home and making sure everything is ready for a positive start. You won't be alone you will work alongside a sleep-in staff member for guidance and support throughout the night.</p><p>We at Gatekeepers value kindness, patience, and respect for each other and the child. A willingness to learn and grow, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Team spirit, you’re part of a small, supportive team where every voice matters.</p><p>You’ll receive a comprehensive training package, including the opportunity to gain your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. We’ll help you build confidence in safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and therapeutic approaches like PACE.</p><p>Picture this you arrive and settle in for the evening after a chat with the day team, making sure the home feels calm and safe. You check on the child, offering reassurance and a friendly chat if they’re awake.<br>You prepare for the next day, school bag packed, lunch ready, and the home tidy for a fresh start.</p><p>If the child wakes up worried or needs support, you’re there to listen and comfort them ensuring they feel safe you record any important notes for the day team and make sure everything is ready for the morning. Your presence helps the child feel secure and cared for, and ensures the home is ready for a day of learning and community life.</p><p><strong>Why Join Gatekeepers? </strong></p><p>Be part of a new, innovative service that puts relationships first. Work in a peaceful setting where your role truly makes a difference. Enjoy excellent training and career development opportunities. Help create a safe, positive environment for a child who needs stability and care.</p><p>Derbyshire is also a great place to live and work. It's only a short drive to Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Manchester but is also home to miles of beautiful countryside and has the Peak District National Park on its doorstep. The county enjoys house prices below the UK average and has great road and rail links.</p><p>In addition to location, there are several perks to being a Derbyshire County Council employee:</p><ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li><li>travel expenses</li><li>discount on leisure centre memberships</li><li>free car parking at most sites</li><li>an in-house counselling services</li><li>occupational health service</li><li>access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>cycle to work scheme</li></ul><p>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a></p><p>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.</p><p>Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.</p><p>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a></p><p>CS1</p><p>We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.</p><ul></ul>

Derbyshire County Council

Assistant Residential Childrens Worker (Gatekeepers Lodge) (3 Posts)

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity for a Swimming Teacher, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your passion for teaching, swimming and excellent class programming and instructing skills, you will be full of enthusiasm whilst engaging with our customers and impressing them with your extensive knowledge and expertise.</p><p>All of our swimmer development stages are based on the National Plan for Teaching Swimming, and as such, our Swimming Teachers should hold a minimum of UKCC Level 2. It would be advantageous if you hold a Lifesaving Qualification (NPLQ or NRASTC), however, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving either of these qualifications.</p><p>There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Swimming Teacher is a great first step to many different routes including a Swimming Co-ordinator and a Contract Swimming Development Manager.</p><p>In the Swimming Teacher role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your NPLQ or NRASTC qualifications, enhancing your customer service skills and much more.</p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><ul><li>Passionate about helping people of all ages learn to swim or become stronger, faster, or more confident when swimming.</li><li>You will work with customers in groups and sometimes on a one-to-one basis to motivate and instruct them during their lessons.</li><li>You will be a friendly, approachable, and patient individual with the ability to build trust, encourage and motivate your students.</li><li>You will thrive on supporting students to achieve their potential, drawing on your continual knowledge and experience of industry best practice whilst applying teaching skills in the most effective way.</li><li>Always looking to seek out development opportunities and potential ideas to further improve the service we provide.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Places for People

Swimming Teacher

<p>At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. </p><p><strong>So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!</strong></p><p>Are you ready to lead strategic procurement in the fast-moving world of technology? We're looking for a <strong>Category Manager – IT</strong> to drive value, efficiency, and innovation across our organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape IT procurement strategies that deliver real impact. </p><p><strong>The role is FTC for 12 months</strong></p><p><strong>More about the role</strong></p><p>In this role, you'll take ownership of the IT category, developing and implementing strategies that align with organisational goals. You'll manage end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring compliance and delivering value for money. </p><p>Leading and motivating a small team, you'll foster collaboration and continuous improvement while building strong relationships with stakeholders across IT, Finance, and Legal. </p><p><strong>More About You</strong></p><p>You'll have experience in procurement, with a strong track record in category management and strategic sourcing. Your commercial acumen and negotiation skills will enable you to influence decisions and deliver value. Experience in managing and developing teams is essential, along with a deep understanding of IT markets and supplier capabilities. </p><p><strong>The essential Criteria </strong></p><ul><li> Experience in procurement, with demonstrable experience in IT category management and strategic sourcing. </li></ul><ul><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to deliver value and influence business decisions. </li></ul><ul><li>Skilled in developing and implementing category strategies, sourcing plans, and robust procurement recommendations in the IT category </li></ul><p><strong>The benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. </p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: </p><ul><li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li></ul><ul><li>Pension with matched contributions up to 7% </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave </li></ul><ul><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year </li></ul><ul><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% </li></ul><ul><li>Training and development </li></ul><ul><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more </li></ul><p></p>





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Category Manager - IT FTC

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity as a Lifeguard at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best.</p><p>A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) would be beneficial, however if you are safety conscious, a competent swimmer and eager to gain valuable life skills, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification.</p><p>There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Starting your career with us as a Lifeguard is a great first step to many different routes including Operational Management, Sales, Fitness or Customer Service.</p><p>In the Lifeguard Role, we will offer ongoing training &amp; competency assessments as well as opportunities for first aid at work training, swimming teacher qualifications and a variety of apprenticeship routes.</p><p><strong>A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential. </strong></p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><ul><li>You will be responsible for the supervision of our customers and other lifeguards using our swimming and pool facilities.</li><li>You will always act safely whilst holding responsibility for the Health and Safety of all pool users and oversee the operations of the building.</li><li>You will have excellent attention to detail, ensuring the safety of our customers whilst they are enjoying the use of our facilities.</li><li>You will have a passion for delivering first class customer service and deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner whilst going above and beyond to deliver the highest of standards.</li><li>You will have an eye for first class cleanliness and will put this into action whenever required.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Lifeguard

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity for a Group Workout Instructor, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your previous experience in the fitness industry, specifically personal and group training, you will be full of enthusiasm and love talking with people whilst motivating them to push themselves to achieve their aims in a safe and encouraging manner. </p><p>All our Group Workout Instructors should hold a qualification suitable for delivery of our world-class Group Workout Programme. However, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification. </p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><ul><li>You'll be enthusiastic about delivering group workouts to large and small classes in a fast-paced environment, where you will easily be able to hold the attention of a room full of people and your charisma will shine through.</li><li>With your strong people skills, you will always put the customers' needs at the forefront of everything you do and have the ability to create personable and meaningful relationships.</li><li>You will have exceptional time management skills.</li><li>Maintain an interest in your continuous personal development by maintaining a high level of knowledge and play an active part in keeping on top of new trends within the industry.</li><li>You will be comfortable working with customers of all abilities, no matter what stage they are in their fitness journey.</li><li>Work as a team to keep our facilities clean and safe, adhering to regulations and our company procedures. Our teams maintain consistent standards; therefore, you will want to be your best, in everything you do.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Group Workout Instructor

<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.</p><p>Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team? We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to work as a valued member of our dedicated kitchen team.</p><p>You will be supporting the kitchen supervisor in all areas of the service at <strong>Deer Park Primary School</strong>. This may involve working at a production unit or at a servery unit. Possible tasks include food preparation, cooking, portion control, allergen compliance and preparing the dining room for service.</p><p>Our Catering Assistants are our point of contact with our hungry customers. Whilst serving meals to our customers all team members help ensure that food hygiene and health &amp; safety regulations are followed. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.</p><p>Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment.</p><p><strong>Provisional Interview Date: 12th February 2026</strong></p><p>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a></p><p>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a></p><p>CST1</p><p>We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.</p><ul></ul>

Catering Assistant (Deer Park Primary School)

<p>The Network Planning division is seeking to appoint someone who is enthusiastic, an excellent team player and has technical ability as well as an eye for detail, to work within their Street Works and Temporary Traffic Management Team.</p><p>As a Technician, you will be working alongside other technical experts to co-ordinate various activities in the highway.</p><p>You will be responsible for the operation of temporary traffic management, road closures and temporary traffic signals, and approvals of abnormal load movements, ensuring these functions are carried out in the highway in order to provide a safe and reliable network for all users.</p><p>The role involves the assessment and review of proposed works within the highway, ensuring the methods used to carry out those works are suitable, safe and cause the least amount of disruption to the network.</p><p>You will work closely with other senior technicians and technicians to ensure permit conditions are both appropriate and adhered to, whilst also resolving potential conflict on the highway with other works.</p><p>You will also play a pivotal role in the operation of the newly formed Highways Network Information Centre; monitoring the Pre-emptive Traffic Management Systems and making key decisions, utilising IT and messaging facilities to reduce disruption and congestion during unplanned incidents on the network.</p><p>You will be required to liaise and work with a variety of stakeholders, assisting in developing key relationships.</p><p>You will have:</p><p>A positive and constructive approach to problem solving a strong emphasis on customer service and putting our customer’s needs first</p><p>The ability to work collaboratively with others and the confidence to work under pressure and manage several tasks simultaneously.</p><p>If you are eager to embrace a new role and have the skills and experience we are looking for, then this could be the perfect role for you.</p><p>In return, we offer ongoing development in a supportive team, as well as a range of benefits:</p><ul><li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme,</li><li>generous annual leave,</li><li>flexi time scheme and salary sacrifice schemes.</li><li>Discount on leisure centre memberships,</li><li>an in-house counselling service,</li><li>Occupation Health service and Physiotherapy service.</li></ul><p>For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Paul Jameson at <a href="mailto:paul.jameson@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.jameson@derbyshire.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01629 538533.</p><p>Interviews to be held week commencing 2nd February 2026</p><p>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a></p><p>PLACE1</p><p><strong>Important:</strong> Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but <strong>this role does not offer visa sponsorship</strong>. Please apply <strong>only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship</strong>, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.</p><p>We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.</p><ul></ul>

Technician

<p>The Highways Technical Support Team oversees and controls all activity on the highway to support the aim of a safe and reliable highway network. It brings together a range of functions that impact on the network including highway maintenance, traffic management, street works and permits, customer enquiries and insurance claims.</p><p>We are looking for someone to join the team who is highly motivated, flexible and with an appetite for providing excellent support to internal and external customers. It is essential that the successful candidate has a superb eye for detail.</p><p>Applicants will need to be able to use their initiative as they will be required to work largely unsupervised, and demonstrate a keen eye for attention to detail.</p><p>They will be responsible for providing a service which will reviewing and approving licences on the highway, working with technical officers to resolve highways matters, and working with colleagues to ensure the correct traffic management is used when works are undertaken.</p><p>There may also be a need to support out of hours incidents when significant incidents or weather events occur.</p><p>To be effective in this role, you will need to: be an excellent communicator with good IT skills have excellent attention to detail, have an in-depth knowledge of the county of Derbyshire, and have a good understanding of the policies relating to highway functions and associated responsibilities.</p><p>Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate they have the essential and desirable criteria for this role within their application. This post is offered on a full time permanent basis.</p><p>Provisional Interview Date: week commencing 2nd February 2026</p><p>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a></p><p>PLACE1</p><p><strong>Important:</strong> Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but <strong>this role does not offer visa sponsorship</strong>. Please apply <strong>only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship</strong>, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.</p><p>We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.</p><ul></ul>

Business Services Assistant

<p>Norbriggs Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching and Learning Assistant to support our classes within school. We pride ourselves on being a warm and welcoming school, with a true community centred ethos, putting the children at the heart of our decision-making, striving to ensure we are a place ‘where every child counts’</p><p>We are a one-form entry primary school located in Mastin Moor, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, with 181 children on roll. </p><p>In return, Norbriggs offers:</p><ul><li>a welcoming and friendly environment, made up of a hard-working, supportive and experienced team who strive to deliver innovation and excellence for all children.</li><li>dedicated and supportive governors who share in the school’s vision for success.</li><li>Warm and caring children who value school and opportunities it brings.</li></ul><p>Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please telephone the School Office, on 01246 473398, to arrange an appointment to visit the school.</p><p>Provisional Interview Date: 2 February 2026</p><p>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a></p>





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<p>The Council is seeking a Driver / Labourer to join the Council’s successful Streetscene Team to carry out general street cleansing and labourer duties including the operation of mechanical sweeping machines and service vehicles to clear litter and debris from highways and public land.</p><p>The post is driven by successful team working and achieving set work schedules to ensure the District is clean and green. The successful applicant will be required to operate primarily from the Eckington and Wingerworth facilities, and may work out of other Council locations as required.</p><p>Knowledge and experience of undertaking litter clearance from highways and ground areas and the use of light powered equipment and power tools is essential for the role. A full clean driving license (categories: B+E, C1) and experience of driving specialist equipment such as mechanical sweeping machines and commercial vehicles (i.e. 4.5 Tonne g.v.w) is required.</p><p>For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.</p><p><strong>Why work for us?</strong></p><p>North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.</p><p>We offer the following benefits: </p><ul><li> Competitive salary</li><li>Professional Training</li><li> 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after 5 years service), plus bank holidays </li><li> Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Free parking</li><li> Discounted membership at our four leisure centres</li><li>Access to generous local government pension scheme</li><li>24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support and retail discount vouchers</li></ul><p>Learn more about the benefits of working for us at <a href="https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs/working-for-us/why-work-for-the-council#benefits" target="_blank">ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Contact and additional information</strong></p><p>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alan Walker, Parks and Streets Manager on (01246) 217276 or email <a href="mailto:alan.walker@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alan.walker@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>.</p><p><strong>Apply Today!</strong></p><p>If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/northeastderbyshire/Index.aspx" target="_blank">North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies</a> or via <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers</a> by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted. <strong>Applications close Midnight 21 January 2026 </strong></p><p>If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council on 01246 231111 or emailing: <a href="mailto:Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a></p><p>Please note the Council only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.</p><p>We welcome applications from all sections of the community.</p><p>If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.</p><ul></ul>

Street Cleansing Driver/Labourer

<h4>Post: Seasonal Labourer Grounds and Refuse</h4><ul><li>Salary/Grade: Fixed £25,185 pro rata (£13.05 per hour)</li><li>Fixed Term: Between 26 weeks and 38 week contracts</li><li>Location: NEDDC Depot, Eckington, Derbyshire, S21 4HL / various Council locations</li><li>Closing Date: 21 January 2026</li><li>Interview Date: To be confirmed</li></ul><h4>Job Details and Requirements </h4><p>The Council is seeking Seasonal General Labourers for a range of temporary contracts working across the Council’s Refuse Collection and Grounds Service Teams:</p><ul><li>Seasonal General Labourers (Grounds Maintenance) 30 weeks x 42 hours</li><li>Seasonal General Labourers (Refuse) 26 weeks x 37 hours</li><li>Seasonal General Labourers (Refuse) 38 weeks x 37 hours</li></ul><p>The roles involve working as part of a friendly team to successfully deliver our Services. Training and support will be provided together with the opportunity to gain experience within Streetscene operations.</p><p>Successful applicants will operate from Eckington Depot and Mill Lane Depot. Postholders must be willing to work flexibly to assist with both Refuse and Parks and across a range of locations throughout the District. Willingness to assist with Street Cleansing and Transport operations is also required.</p><p>Candidates should possess:</p><ul><li>Experience and knowledge in the use of light powered plant and equipment and/or mechanical lifting equipment.</li><li>The ability to undertake a physically demanding role, working outside and in various locations throughout the district</li><li>Knowledge and experience of health and safety working practices in relation to the job role</li><li>Hold a full valid driving license (preferably with categories: B+E, C1).</li></ul><p>In return, the Council offers excellent terms and conditions, staff benefits, a friendly team working environment and training on a wide range of tasks.</p><p><strong>On your application, please state if you are applying for Refuse, Grounds Maintenance or both services.</strong></p><p><strong>Why work for us?</strong></p><p>North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.</p><p>We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: <a href="https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs/working-for-us/why-work-for-the-council#benefits" target="_blank">ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Apply today!</strong></p><p>If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/northeastderbyshire/Index.aspx" target="_blank">North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies</a> or via <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers</a> by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. <strong>Applications close Midnight on 21 January 2026</strong></p><p>Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.</p><p>If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on (01246) 231111 or emailing: <a href="mailto:Humanresources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Humanresources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a></p><p>We welcome applications from all sections of the community.</p><p><strong>For further information</strong></p><p>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Darren Mitchell, Streetscene &amp; Waste Services Manager, on (01246) 217285 or email <a href="mailto:darren.mitchell@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">darren.mitchell@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a></p><p>Please note the Council only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.</p><p>If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.</p><ul></ul>

Seasonal Labourer Grounds and Refuse

<p><strong>Wirksworth Junior School </strong>wish to appoint a maternity cover for our School Business Officer to join our happy and supportive school. This role is due to start on Monday 9 March where there will be handover with the current stakeholder.</p><p>The position would involve working alongside another part-time office staff in our busy school office.</p><p>The post would be required to work 32 hours for at least 4 days a week, but we can be flexible to meet the needs of the school and the right candidate. The role would support some hybrid working/ working from home; however, the role would mostly be on the school site. Please see the job specifications and job description which detail the role.</p><p>The school offers a comprehensive wellbeing package, including sick pay and paid urgent, personal and domestic days.</p><p>Working for us you will be offered flexibility for your family/personal circumstances; access to medical support from SAS; paid absence leave; 5 pro-rota urgent/personal days and a supportive Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body.</p><p>Visits to the school are actively encouraged and will be seen as a part of the interview process of interest in our school.</p><p>If you wish to find out more about the school please call us on: 01629 822457 or email <a href="mailto:headteacher@wirksworth-jun.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">headteacher@wirksworth-jun.derbyshire.sch.uk</a></p><p>We thank you for taking the time to read our advert and we look forward to reading your application.</p><p>Closing date is: Friday 30th January, however the school reserves the right to call applicants for interview sooner if they meet the job specification requirements.</p><p>Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 2 February 2026</p><p>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a></p>





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